Senior Payroll Specialist

Accountabilities: Own and execute end-to-end US payroll processing across multiple entities, pay groups, and vendors in a multi-state environment

Ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations, including filings, reconciliations, and amendments

Manage and accurately administer complex payroll components such as garnishments, benefits deductions, equity compensation, and taxable benefits

Lead payroll issue resolution through root-cause analysis and implement long-term process improvements to reduce recurring errors

Drive payroll process standardization, automation, and simplification to improve efficiency and scalability

Oversee payroll transitions including new entity setups, vendor changes, system migrations, and organizational restructuring events

Develop, implement, and maintain payroll controls aligned with SOX and internal audit requirements

Partner cross-functionally with Finance, HR, Legal, and external vendors to ensure seamless payroll operations and reporting accuracy

Requirements:

5+ years of US payroll experience in complex, multi-state and multi-entity environments

Strong knowledge of US payroll compliance, including federal/state/local tax regulations, wage and hour laws, and year-end reporting (W-2, 941, 940)

Experience handling payroll accounting and working closely with Finance during close and audit cycles

Proven ability to design and maintain payroll controls, ensuring audit readiness and compliance standards (SOX experience is a plus)

Demonstrated success improving payroll processes through automation, standardization, and operational efficiency initiatives

Experience managing payroll system or vendor transitions in complex environments

Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to act as a trusted payroll subject matter expert and escalation point

Excellent attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving capabilities in high-complexity environments

CPP or FPC certification is a plus, as well as experience with major payroll/HRIS platforms and integrations

Benefits:

Competitive base salary ranging from $111,000 to $139,000 USD

Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision)

Retirement savings plan and financial wellness programs

Flexible work arrangements with remote-first structure

Career development and continuous learning opportunities

Exposure to global, fast-growing technology and AI-driven environments

Opportunity to build and improve scalable payroll systems and controls

Collaborative and high-trust work culture with strong ownership mindset

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